From Bus Boy To Tech Sales A Journey In IT And Cybersecurity with Matthew Wedlow | Episode 003

Episode Summary:
In this episode of Career Downloads, host Manuel Martinez sits down with Matthew Wedlow, a seasoned IT professional with a diverse background in networking, cybersecurity, and technical sales. Matthew shares his unconventional path into tech, from working as a bus boy in Las Vegas casinos to becoming a published author and pre-sales engineer at F5 Networks.

Key Topics:
- Matthew's early career struggles and multiple attempts at college
- How shadowing an IT professional at a casino kickstarted his tech journey
- Certifications can be a powerful tool for breaking into tech and moving up
- Tips for interview preparation and overcoming imposter syndrome
- Don't be afraid to job-hop if it means advancing your career and skills
- Soft skills and networking are crucial for long-term success in the tech industry
- Always have a career plan and be proactive in pursuing your goals
- Embrace challenges and opportunities to learn, even if they're outside your comfort zone

Highlights:
- Matthew's unique approach to job hopping for career growth
- The value of soft skills and networking in the tech industry
- Insights into the world of technical pre-sales
- How to balance technical knowledge with business acumen

Quotes:
"I would say try to learn as much as you can for the different things because it's all similar and it's all connected in different ways." - Matthew Wedlow

"Have a plan, like you're not going to get jobs aren't going to come to you, you got to go to them, promotions aren't going to come to you, raises aren't going to come to you, you have to go get it." - Matthew Wedlow

Resources Mentioned:
• CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+)
• Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNA Security)

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